Silent Battles & Second Chances (Breaking the Stigma on Depression, Faith, and Suicide Prevention) | Tray of Truths #18

10/09/2025 54 min Episodio 18
Silent Battles & Second Chances (Breaking the Stigma on Depression, Faith, and Suicide Prevention) | Tray of Truths #18

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Send us a textIn this episode of Tray of Truths, Tray explores the silent battles that are too often overlooked, including depression, stigma, and the hidden pain people carry in silence. In recognition of Suicide Prevention Month, this conversation provides a powerful reminder that even the smallest action, such as checking in on someone, can make a life-saving difference.Tray shares personal experiences and stories from listeners who have found hope through his words. This episode serves as both encouragement and a lifeline, reminding us all that every individual is valuable, worthy, and deserving of grace. It is also a call to action to reach out, connect, and offer support to those around us.If you have ever felt like a burden, struggled with unspoken battles, or wondered how to meaningfully support someone in pain, this episode offers insight, hope, and practical ways to become a light for others.Time Stamps00:00 – Intro, gratitude, and why this episode matters02:45 – The stigma of silence and its deadly weight07:20 – Depression, judgment, and the struggle to speak up12:40 – The power of check-ins: why a simple call can save a life18:05 – Tray’s personal battles with depression and self-worth24:15 – Listener testimony: how the podcast helped a homeless man hold on30:10 – Therapy myths, stigmas, and why it’s not about perfection37:25 – Lessons vs. blessings: turning pain into purpose43:40 – Checking in on the strong ones: unseen struggles48:20 – Resources, advice, and how to support others51:30 – Closing thoughts + the meaning behind Tray of TruthsFollow Tray of Truths Podcast:INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/trayoftruths?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==TWITTER | https://x.com/1realtray?s=21TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@1realtray?_t=ZT-8yF4tmKCZ3e&_r=1FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/share/16NLuKUrxb/?mibextid=wwXIfrSPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/5bDb2kPVu7sIzaqTb4tOJzAPPLE PODCAST | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tray-of-truths/id1794656555Join the Lounge Family (Free Guides, Merch, & More):Website | www.trayoftruths.comExtras | https://linktr.ee/TrayofTruths

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